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One trip on the Rheinfahre was included with our Basel Cards which we received by staying in a Basel B&B. These ferry boats are found at several locations along the river. They are an simple yet, ingenious method of crossing the river without need for...More

We took the Rheinfahre directly underneath the Münster (Cathedral) but there are three other locations along the Rhein that will take you from GrossBasel to KleinBasel. The ferry's don't have motors, but are taken over to the other side of the river by the current....More

This is a wonderfully quiet and cheap way of crossing the Rhine River in beautiful Basel. We were staying on the other side of the Rhine River and wanted to go over to The Basel Munster. it was very easy and a very pleasant way...More

Wonderful walk through the old town. Crossed on foot over the bridge and than took the ferry crossing back. Amazing how many people we have seen floating down the river with their cloths in sealed bags. Fun pastime -will try it next time.

We went on the trams - free, ask at your hotel for a travel card - encourages tourisim. The Rathaus is beautiful & well worth a visit, also the Basel Minster - be prepared to climb a lot of steps to the top though, but well... More

We went on the trams - free, ask at your hotel for a travel card - encourages tourisim. The Rathaus is beautiful & well worth a visit, also the Basel Minster - be prepared to climb a lot of steps to the top though, but well worth it- the views are amazing! Get off the beaten track to the smaller cafe's & bars - much cheaper & we found more friendly. Beautiful city with lost to do.

Hi Anna Marie once again. You can try also the ferry boat “Klingental, Vogel Gryff” between Mittlere Brücke and Johanniterbrücke, that is very richly decorated again this year. Generally, the ferry boat operates daily from... More

Hi Anna Marie once again. You can try also the ferry boat “Klingental, Vogel Gryff” between Mittlere Brücke and Johanniterbrücke, that is very richly decorated again this year. Generally, the ferry boat operates daily from 11 am to 5 pm in Winter.
I wish You very pleasant stay in Basel.
Oleg